The Quiet Cry of the Streets: Ralph McTell’s “Streets of London” and the Promise We Must Keep
Ralph McTell’s gentle finger-picked guitar and warm, weathered voice have carried “Streets of London” across generations since its 1969 release. On the surface, it’s a tender folk observation: an elderly woman pushing her trolley through the wind, an old man feeding birds in the park, the faded grandeur of the Continue Reading
Ending England’s Housing Crisis: The Need for 90,000 New Homes
More than 1.3 million households are trapped on social housing waiting lists in England, yet last year just over 12,000 new social homes were built. At the current rate, Shelter warns it would take 119 years to clear the backlog — a lifetime of uncertainty for families living in temporary Continue Reading
NICHOLAS VAN HOOGSTRATEN: THE DEVIL, THE TYCOON AND THE EMPIRE HE LEAVES BEHIND
Few men have spent a lifetime quite so determined to be feared as Nicholas van Hoogstraten. For decades his name provoked strong reactions across Britain. To some he was a brilliant self-made businessman. To others he was the very embodiment of ruthless capitalism. Newspapers called him many things over the Continue Reading
When Fences Divide: Unpacking British Neighbour Feuds
The British series “Nightmare Neighbour Next Door” explores intense local disputes often ignited by minor grievances, such as misplaced flower pots. It delves into the tension between the desire for personal space and the avoidance of confrontation, showcasing how small irritations can escalate into significant conflicts that challenge community harmony.
Seven New Towns Unveiled in Major Housing Push Across Britain
Seven sites across the United Kingdom have been earmarked for the creation of entirely new towns, marking a significant step in the government’s drive to tackle the housing shortage. Each development is expected to deliver a minimum of 10,000 homes, with some projected to exceed 40,000 properties.The planned communities are Continue Reading
SHELTER’S WORK IN 2025
This article was co-written by Jack Madden, Head of Campaigns (Strategy and Organising) From the largest investment in social housing in a generation to the (soon-to-be-implemented) transformation of private renting, 2025 was a year to remember for housing. But with a year of significant change, we must not forget that Continue Reading
